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A competitive indoor activity, for groups of between six and thirty members performing a choreographed routine of movement, dance and equipment work (generally flags and imitation rifles, although anything goes), set to pre-recorded music.
Location
Clubs exist throughout Britain with Essex and London being particularly strong. It is popular and widespread across America and Canada, and now increasingly across Europe.
Age
There is no lower age limit although it is rare to have anyone under the age of six or seven years. Generally there is an upper limit of twenty-one although some groups have members up to twenty-five years.
Description
Started about thirty years ago in America to a very traditional military background. The style has developed into a very modern, contemporary art form drawing inspiration and show concepts from theatre, music videos, art etc., without restriction - imagination being the only limitation. Competitions are held from January to early April in sports centres throughout the country.
Dedication
During the competitive winter season two or three hour rehearsals are generally held twice or even three times a week. With competitions held at weekends, normally six or eight competitions are competed per season.
Potential
The generally accepted highest attainment is to compete with a North American or Canadian colour guard at the world winter guard finals in America.
Closely
Related Activities
Winter guard is normally an off shoot of the colour guard attached to a marching band.
Further
Reading
The DCUK produces a quarterly magazine, and an end of season year book.
Cost
Costs vary according to individual clubs' funding requirements, typically: A joining fee of £5.00 Weekly subs of £3.00 - £6.00 per week. Travel costs £3.00 - £6.00 per competition.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Arms
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Legs
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Sight
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Hearing
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Speech |
Learning |
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